Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where protection of functional groups is required. The Boc-protected amine allows for controlled deprotection during peptide or peptidomimetic synthesis, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry. Its carboxylic acid group enables coupling reactions, facilitating the construction of complex molecules for drug discovery. Commonly employed in research settings for designing inhibitors or modulators targeting specific biological pathways.